2003 BMW M3 vs. 2006 SSC Aero
To start off, 2006 SSC Aero is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW M3 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 720 more horse power than 2003 BMW M3. (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW M3 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 SSC Aero.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1007 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW M3. (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW M3 | 2006 SSC Aero | |
| Make | BMW | SSC |
| Model | M3 | Aero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 342 HP | 1062 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 1357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 259 km/hour | 380 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1293 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1090 mm |
